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Jaguars draft profile: Michigan CB Will Johnson could potentially be Jacksonville's pick
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The NFL offseason rolls on for the Jacksonville Jaguars .
As the team continues to conduct a head coaching search for the next leader of the club, they are also doing their homework ahead of the NFL Draft in April.
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The Jaguars will be picking No. 5 overall in this year's draft and currently hold 10 picks in the three-day selection process.
The team has several positions of need ahead of NFL free agency beginning, and they could have even more afterwards depending on their activity in recruiting or retaining players.
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The Times-Union has compiled several mock drafts already, including our initial seven-round draft where we added 10 new players to the roster.
We also have several drafts based on position , selecting different players with the first pick to address various needs.
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Here, we take an early look at a player who's been mocked to join the team this spring in Michigan's Will Johnson.
Johnson is a third-year cornerback for the Wolverines and seen as one of the best players in this draft class.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 05: Will Johnson #2 of the Michigan Wolverines reacts after a missed field goal by Washington Huskies at Husky Stadium on October 05, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
He only played in six games this season due to a foot injury, but he still produced for the former national champions.
He logged 14 total tackles, three pass deflections and two interceptions, returning both for touchdowns. His career statistics were 68 total tackles, 10 pass deflections and nine interceptions in 32 games with the Wolverines.
At 6-foot-2, 202 pounds, Johnson is the prototypical build for a cornerback in the NFL.
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Let's take a look at more information about Johnson.
Where did Will Johnson go to high school?
Will Johnson went to Grosse Point South in Michigan.
What was Will Johnson rated coming out of high school?
Will Johnson was a four-star prospect coming out of high school.
How tall is Will Johnson, what's his weight?
Will Johnson is 6-foot-2 and weighs 202 pounds.
What college did Will Johnson go to?
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson celebrates a touchdown after intercepting USC quarterback Miller Moss during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.
Will Johnson went to Michigan and won a national championship with the Wolverines.
How many interceptions did Will Johnson have in college?
Will Johnson had nine interceptions in college. He returned three of those for touchdowns.
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How many games did Will Johnson play in college?
Will Johnson played in 32 games in college. He only played in six this season due to a foot injury.
Are the Jaguars drafting Will Johnson?
It's possible. He was the pick taken in our USA Today Mock Draft .
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Meet Michigan CB Will Johnson: Potential No. 5 overall pick by Jaguars
